Travel Guides

Seafair

Seafair is one of the biggest community festivals in the
country, a summer tradition that is rated as one of the top events
in North America. Major events include the famous US Navy Blue
Angels air show, Hydroplane Races, the Torchlight Run and Parade,
and the traditional Milk Carton Derby in which families take to the
water in homemade milk carton boats and rafts. There is also plenty
of live music, art and cultural attractions, and demonstrations
throughout the city, as well as a Rock 'n Roll marathon and other
marathons and triathlons to participate in.

Seafair has been an annual event in Seattle since 1950. The
Seafair Pirate's Landing at Alki Beach is a fun version of a pirate
ship attack, complete with fully outfitted pirate boat and
authentic-looking pirates. The Albert Lee Cup is a well-known and
prestigious hydroplane race, one of very few hydroplane races to be
televised. There is also an air show, a trucking cup, inflatable
games, and a wakeboarding competition.